Strength training isn’t just for bodybuilders. It’s for anyone who wants to be healthier and stronger and wants to feel more energetic and capable at any age. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t ...

When 80-year-old Los Angeles bike rider Joel Slaven was around 73 years old, he had a heart attack while on a long ride — he’d always been an avid exerciser, but found himself having to take a break ...

Regular exercise and physical activity are important for heart health, especially as a person ages. Exercise can help reduce the risk of heart disease and strengthen the heart muscle. As a person ages ...

The purpose of this Position Stand is to provide an overview of issues critical to understanding the importance of exercise and physical activity in older adult populations. The Position Stand is ...

Gait training is a form of physical therapy that helps improve your walking ability. It may involve exercises for balance, strength, and coordination. This may be helpful for older adults who have ...

Want an effective form of cardio that gets your heart rate up fast and maximizes your workout time? Look no further than plyometric exercise (aka plyometrics). “Plyometrics is any type of physical ...

Cardio exercise gets plenty of credit for keeping your heart healthy. Regular weightlifting has its own benefits, too, especially for older adults. But it can be more than a little confusing to figure ...

In rural Hendry County, Trailways Camp offers disabled adults joy, rest and a place to be something special in a world that often overlooks them.

Brain-training exercises can improve your cognitive skills, including working memory, verbal memory, and global functioning. Challenging yourself with new activities can also improve brain functioning ...

Joints tend to become weak with age. This happens due to several reasons such as cartilage breakdown, reduced synovial fluid, and muscle and bone weakening. The smooth cartilage that cushions the ...